If you are involved in a car accident, you should take pictures to strengthen your claim. You don’t need exceptional photography skills or professional equipment, but it’s vital to take effective photos.
Here is how you can gather evidence in this way most effectively.
Take photos of the general views
You need photos showing the general views of the accident scene. These pictures should include everything on the scene taken from different angles.
Capture the vehicles
Once you have multiple shots of the overall view of the scene, focus on the vehicles. Take pictures that show the positions of the cars in different angles. Then, take close-up pictures of the license plates and any damage on the vehicles, such as broken windows, dents, scratches, interior damage and so forth. Ensure you ask permission from the other driver before taking photos of their car.
Take photos of damaged objects
Capture any nearby property damaged by the accident, including road signs, guardrails, trees, buildings, someone’s yard and so on.
Take photos of the conditions of the road
You need to capture the conditions of the road and surrounding areas. These include skid marks, road debris, traffic signs, fallen cargo, etc. These pictures can offer crucial details on how the crash happened, especially during accident reconstruction.
Photograph the weather conditions
Photographing the conditions of the weather could come in handy if the other driver claims that bad weather contributed to the crash.
Take photos of your injuries
Don’t forget to document your injuries if you have visible ones. If not, your medical records will offer essential information.
After a car accident, confirm it’s safe to move around before taking the above-discussed photos and anything else that can serve as evidence. You should also seek legal guidance to protect your rights.
